Staff Nurse Endoscopy - UPMC Kildare
Location: UPMC Kildare Hospital
Job type: Permanent
Overview of role:
To work as a member of a team of nurses at the UPMC Kildare Hospital Endoscopy Unit providing high quality, patient centred care for patients and their families. To develop and maintain good relationships with all members of the multi-disciplinary team and to work closely with nursing colleagues developing innovative practice within the unit delivering evidence-based care. To develop specialist knowledge of nursing practice relating to Endoscopy. This is a permanent part-time position, working 22 hours per week.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
* Take responsibility for all equipment such as endoscopy monitors, Dinamaps, suction apparatus, diathermy machines, light source and photographic printer and ensure that suction lines, water bottles and tubing are attached to suction machines.
* Ensure the updating of the Endoscopy register and ensure the Endoscopy list is checked with PIMS and the correct patient details are entered into the Endoscopy machine.
* To monitor safe and economic use of all supplies, considering at all times the budgetary implications of implementing care and treatments.
* Be familiar with stock management at ward level and how to access/order stock during work and out of work hours and at all times maintaining adequate stock levels to meet daily requirements.
* Ensure the patient is attached to the monitoring equipment and oxygen and placed in the correct position.
* To assist the Anaesthetist and consultant with drug preparation and any checks necessary.
* To adhere to the "time out" policy.
* To assist with biopsies, thus ensuring patients stays in the correct position and observing airway and vital signs.
* Check biopsy specimens and laboratory forms with another nurse ensuring the correct patient details are filled.
* Ensure that when a procedure is completed, that all the relevant documentation is completed by the consultant, anaesthetist and nurse. On completion, the patient is then transferred back to the Day Surgery accompanied by a nurse and hospital attendant.
* To follow the policy re processing and cleaning of scopes.
* To ensure that all Specimens and laboratory book are brought to the lab and checked with laboratory staff.
* To ensure that there is an accurate recording of start and finish times for each procedure, including the name of the Anaesthetist and it is recorded on the PIMS system.
* Ensure the Medication Management Policy is adhered to by all staff re DDA's.
* To ensure that any necessary reports are completed and sent to the Director of Nursing.
* Mentor new clinical staff and new nonclinical staff. Support and guide all colleagues when needed.
* Liaise with link lecturers from affiliated nurse education departments with particular regard to developing and maintaining UPMC Kildare Hospital as a recognised Learning Environment for student nurses.
* Develop and maintain effective communication and interpersonal relationships with all members of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure a good team spirit and collaborative working practices.
* Support the unit manager by meeting agreed responsibilities as set out by the Unit Manager or the Director of Nursing at any time.
* Maintain high standards of communication, both written and verbal at all times. Have a working knowledge of all ABA publications to include the Scope of Practice Framework and Code of Professional Misconduct.
* Maintain own professional registration and submit to HR department for verification yearly.
* Develop and maintain a high level of knowledge of the following and always practice within the guidelines and policies written at both unit and Hospital level:
* Clinical risk reporting policy
* Occupational Health
* Facilities Management
* Patient Moving and Handling
* Resuscitation / Basic Life Support
* Health and Safety
* Departmental Financial & Budgetary Controls
* Patient Complaints procedure
* Falls Management programme
* It is the responsibility of all UPMC Kildare Hospital employees to ensure they are aware of and competent in the reporting of Hospital Risk and all Health and Safety concerns.
* Undertake a pro-active approach in achieving and maintaining accreditation standards within UPMC Kildare Hospital and have an in-depth knowledge of departmental and hospital-wide policies.
* Develop appropriate IT skills to enable you to work in an efficient manner within the clinical environment.
* Have a working knowledge of Isoft, Lab Information System and all other appropriate systems.
* Continually risk assesses the unit environment to ensure the safety of all patients, relatives and staff members. Report any accidents, incidents or complaints according to Hospital Guidelines and Policies.
* Liaise with the Scheduling Team re the allocation of patient beds and theatre slots.
Professional Accountability and Development:
* Ensure you remain professionally updated and ensure care in all areas is delivered in line with the latest research to promote evidence-based practice. Actively participate in research where appropriate for the benefit of patients.
* Provide a supportive and learning environment in the Hospital, which enables the educational and professional development needs of staff to be met.
* Ensure that statutory rules, guidelines and legislation are understood and complied with.
* Ensure that standards of care are safeguarded, and all staff are aware of the need for patients and clients. High quality care is recognised as of primary importance.
* Act as a positive role model with regards to the Hospital ethos.
Quality & Audit:
* Participate as required in clinical audit and research activity within the field, promoting a positive attitude towards the implementation of evidence- based practice.
* Undertake research/ clinical audit as necessary, critically analyse and provide written reports of the same.
* Participate in local audits in preparation for annual accreditation.
* Work closely with the Quality and Patient Safety team, ensuring the department is meeting accreditation standards at all times.
Health and Safety
* To uphold UPMC Kildare Hospital's policy requirements in relation to Fire, Infection Control and Health and Safety at Work regulations and to attend updates.
* Identify potential risks for all staff, patients and visitors and adhere to relevant incident reporting procedures.
* To observe a general duty of care for the health, safety and well-being of self, work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital, in addition to any specific risk management associated with this post.
Qualifications & Experience:
* Be Registered General Nurse with The Nursing and Midwifery Bord of Ireland (NMBI).
* Previous Endoscopy Qualification – desirable.
* At least 1 year's post registration experience – essential.
* Evidence of ongoing CPD.
Equal Opportunity Statement and Benefits
UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
At UPMC we provide a total rewards program that is not only market competitive, but fair and provides growth opportunities for all our colleagues.
Compensation – Competitive pay for the work employees do – base pay, performance related pay and premium pay where applicable.
Benefits – Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents. Competitive Pension Plan, company funded Death in Service Benefit x 3 times. Critical Illness cover for all employees up to the age of 66.
Performance and Recognition – Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of UPMC through our annual ACES programme.
Work-Life Balance – Enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days. Flexible working opportunities to support you to work around external family commitments.
Development and Career Opportunities – Opportunities for each employee to reach their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.
About UPMC
UPMC is a renowned multinational academic medical centre committed to delivering people-focused care that's close to home. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC shapes the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research and education. UPMC expands its expertise globally, bringing world-class care across continents through its UPMC International division — an owned and operated network of hospitals and ambulatory care centres in Italy, Ireland and Croatia. UPMC International brings new access to the signature specialty services of UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre, UPMC Sports Medicine and others to more people in more places around the world.
In Ireland UPMC has provided high-quality healthcare in the South East since 2006. UPMC's operations in Ireland now include UPMC Whitfield Hospital in Waterford, UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic in Dublin, UPMC Kildare Hospital in Clane, and UPMC Aut Even Hospital in Kilkenny. Outpatient care is available at the UPMC Carlow Outreach Centre, UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre radiotherapy locations in Waterford and Cork, UPMC The 4th Practice in Mallow, and across UPMC Sports Medicine Clinics in Dublin, Waterford, Limerick, Tipperary, Cork, and Mayo. UPMC has also established a nationwide Concussion Network. UPMC's Global Technology Operation Centre is based in Kilkenny.